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Fractal Design FD-C-MES2C-01 Meshify 2 Compact Black Solid ATX Mid Tower Computer Case (Black)

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Color: BlackStyle: Solid PanelChange

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Unmatched airflow, convenient size.

Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2021

This case is awesome. To get it out of the way, the noise is a 3 star because this is a case designed for high airflow. Meaning there's little to no sound dampening, and it's clear that's pretty intentional, so know that. But also noise is only as bad your fan speeds as well.

The main attractions to me were it's focus on airflow and the compact size. Despite this rather small footprint, it fits my full atx motherboard like a glove and even my gigantic Noctua NH-D15 cooler with millimeters of space on the tallest fan. The IO is also strong with USB-C 3.2 and two type A 3.0s.

The hottest my 1070 has ever reached was 71°C and my 5800X maybe like 65°C. No OC, just letting them boost as high as they'll go naturally. Which is pretty high with all that cooler, I definitely have room to push them more if I wanted. Cable management is good with velcro cable routing for both the mainline as well as where your 8pin mobo cable would go.

Over all super solid case, you know what you're getting if you get this. No RGB, easy to build in, fits basically everything you need. You could liquid cool if you wanted as well, lost of space where the HDD/5.25" bays would be for a resovoir/pump. And it's not obnoxiously big like most airflow focused cases. Brilliant.

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Michael A. Smith

Great Case

Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2023

Fantastic case for my new build.

Well thought out and awesome ventilation. Three free fans....What's not to like?

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Unmatched airflow, convenient size.

Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2021

Color: BlackStyle: Solid PanelVerified Purchase

This case is awesome. To get it out of the way, the noise is a 3 star because this is a case designed for high airflow. Meaning there's little to no sound dampening, and it's clear that's pretty intentional, so know that. But also noise is only as bad your fan speeds as well.

The main attractions to me were it's focus on airflow and the compact size. Despite this rather small footprint, it fits my full atx motherboard like a glove and even my gigantic Noctua NH-D15 cooler with millimeters of space on the tallest fan. The IO is also strong with USB-C 3.2 and two type A 3.0s.

The hottest my 1070 has ever reached was 71°C and my 5800X maybe like 65°C. No OC, just letting them boost as high as they'll go naturally. Which is pretty high with all that cooler, I definitely have room to push them more if I wanted. Cable management is good with velcro cable routing for both the mainline as well as where your 8pin mobo cable would go.

Over all super solid case, you know what you're getting if you get this. No RGB, easy to build in, fits basically everything you need. You could liquid cool if you wanted as well, lost of space where the HDD/5.25" bays would be for a resovoir/pump. And it's not obnoxiously big like most airflow focused cases. Brilliant.

18 people found this helpful

Impressive case design and engineering! (but lacks storage activity LED)

Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2022

Color: BlackStyle: Solid PanelVerified Purchase

Bought this Fractal Meshify 2 Compact for a new air-cooled gaming build. I've been building my own PC's for decades, and this case is by far the best designed case I've worked-with. It's ability to remove the entire top panel really eases the motherboard and cabling install. Bottom feet are taller than many cases to allow better air-flow. Front and side panels remove easily without tools, but latch securely. Air ventilation, a major part of my decision on this case, is superb, with options to use or remove slide-out filters on front and bottom. I'm super impressed and pleased with the case.

My only ding is that it does NOT come with a storage activity indicator. Not a biggie for some, but I like to know when drive activity is underway, so purchased one separately and mounted the LED behind the front panel.

4 people found this helpful

A beautiful case

Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2023

Color: BlackStyle: Dark Tint Tempered GlassVerified Purchase

Everything I needed in my PC - fits in this case. I have a 3070 TI - fits with a bit of space to spare (but not much). I wanted a simple looking case, and this Fractal Design is beautiful, yet understated. Very solid build quality and I love the easy remove side panels (both front AND back!).

Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2022

Color: WhiteStyle: Clear Tint Tempered GlassVerified Purchase

This case is crazy nice. It's super modular. You can remove any panel without tools and it's incredibly easy to access whatever you need. I ordered the compact by mistake and was actually looking for the full size, but I'm glad I ordered this instead. Everything fits with plenty of room. Although I did have to swap out my radiator for a 2 fan instead of 3. Also note that if you're using the drive bays to put the drives in before wiring everything together. Otherwise they're dang near impossible to get to with the cables in place. Best case I've ever used.

Corrupted Samus

Great Case, Nice Upgrade from Original NZXT S340

Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2022

Color: BlackStyle: Dark Tint Tempered GlassVerified Purchase

I bought this case because it was time for an upgrade, and the power button in my original NZXT S340 had recently died, so I figured it was time. I settled on this case after seeing many great reviews about it. I'm not crazy about the front panel (it looks like crumpled paper to me), but I hear it performs well, so I can overlook that. So far, The case has been an upgrade in almost every way to my S340. A few things to note though, if you're coming from the S340 or any other case in general:

-There isn't much space behind the motherboard tray. If you have a hard drive and don't remove the hard drive cage under the basement shroud, you won't have much room to work in. There isn't much space in the basement or room between the side panel and motherboard tray. While old, the original S340 still beat this case in that regard.

-This case doesn't have a power LED around the button, or if it does, mine doesn't seem to work, despite being wired correctly. Not a huge gripe, but it's nice to have. I guess the S340 just had it and I got used to it.

Overall, a good case. I'm glad I upgraded to it. Just kind of disappointed about the limited working room behind the motherboard tray in the basement.

2 people found this helpful

A great case, packed with features and room for everything. Could use better instruction booklet.

Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2021

Color: WhiteStyle: Clear Tint Tempered GlassVerified Purchase

An excellent case. I was able to fit a huge RTX 3080TI and 280mm CPU liquid cooler and 8 drives in this case with only slight modification. There is plenty of room for nicely done cable management. My only gripe is that the documentation and instructions could be written much better when converting over the case for server configuration.

One person found this helpful

Fantastic case to build in

Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2022

Color: GrayStyle: Light Tint Tempered GlassVerified Purchase

Built my first computer in ten years, chose this case and was SUPER glad I did. The case feels solid when built. The top being removable makes it super easy to install all the cables on the top of the motherboard, may be a clearance issue if the RAM is very tall and thick 30mm fans used on an AIO but the Xpg d50s, and corsair radiator with noctua fans I'm using work great. Paired with 2 140 Thermaltake tough fans in the front my 5900x stays cool( for a 5900x lol). Front panel audio plug was a bit tricky to put in with the power supply already anchored being in the bottom left corner of my motherboard but that was my only slight issue. Case has a front panel USB type c which is also nice. Not a ton of space for traditional HDDs if your still using those, but the spaces for SSDs( 3 of the 4 at least) with the cage removed are in easy to wire spots. I didn't use the included hard drive cage as it is VERY limiting on space for cable management. I installed in the gray version with tinted glass and found the tint perfect, not too dark.
Would like to see a cutout for viewing of the power supply like some other cases but overall LOVE this case

2 people found this helpful

clean and nice looking case with good airflow

Reviewed in the United States on April 11, 2022

Color: BlackStyle: Dark Tint Tempered GlassVerified Purchase

Very nice and clean case with some decent cable management route the hdd bay was a bit of a pain but you can pull it out through the powersupply port.

Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2022

Color: BlackStyle: Solid PanelVerified Purchase

I've been building computers for myself and family since the 90s. To date I've always carried forward my Antac cases. This time I decided to try something new using a modern case, and I'm pleased. The cable management and space in the mid-tower was excellent. The lack of front access drive bays was a disappointment but not a deal breaker. I loved all the very quiet fans. This build is stone silent.
One disconcerting thing to know is that there is no case speaker - no beep codes from the motherboard. That is fine so long as it works but if there are issues those beep codes can be very useful. I'm thinking of adding an aftermarket case speaker.

4 people found this helpful

The case works well!

Reviewed in the United States on January 6, 2023

Color: WhiteStyle: Clear Tint Tempered GlassVerified Purchase

Cable management was a breeze. The only thing I wish the case had are some RGB fans.

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